This is the January 3, 2013 news archive. View today's NL Central news and rumors.

NL Central News and Rumors

The Poor Astros Will Be Sent To Slaughter On Baseball's Opening Night

Tom Ley, deadspin.com

MLB just announced which two teams will be facing off in the first game of the 2013 season, and the matchup is a curious one. On one side there are the Texas Rangers, a team that has proven itself to be one of the most exciting and watchable squads in b…

Kevin Kaduk, yahoo.com

Despite a BuzzFeed post that suggests otherwise, popular Pittsburgh Pirates superstar Andrew McCutchen is not universally beloved. In addition to NL Central opponents, the center fielder's known enemies now include a small, fluffy dog whose owner recent…

Mark Sheldon, MLB.com

Reds fans itching for baseball to return to the forefront now have some dates to circle on their calendars. Pitchers and catchers are slated to report to camp in Goodyear, Ariz., on Feb. 12. The full squad is scheduled to be on site Feb. 15.

Mark Sheldon, MLB.com

The Reds have signed right-handers Jeff Marquez and Kevin Whelan and outfielder Derrick Robinson to Minor League contracts.

CNNSI.com

On an island where the name of Roberto Clemente is emblazoned on stadiums, streets and schools, baseball is making a rally.

CNNSI.com

Russ Canzler is back with the Indians. Nick Swisher is on his way.